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IMPATIENS

Parasitica

Plant

£5.99

  • Genus: Impatiens
  • Species: Parasitica
  • Size: 2-5" Height
  • Product Code: CC-IMPATIENS-07
  • Availability: Out of Stock
  • Product Summary:
    The Parasitica Plant which has parrot shaped flowers similar to Niamniamensis, but are instead red and green. It is native to India.

Parasitica is an epiphytic species which means in nature it gorws on other plants/trees but does not feed upon them. As a houseplant they do well in soil and do not need to be grown like in the wild.

Characteristics: Herbaceous Perennial.

Hardiness: Can sometimes survive frost but generally will not tolerate low temperatures below 7℃. Is best suited as an indoor plant here in the UK.

Position: Partial shade, south or west facing.

Soil Type: Will be happy planted in any good potting soil.

Watering: Keep moist in well drained soil. Will droop it's leaves readily if soil dries out.

Pests & Diseases: Not susceptible to disease but can attract small pest insects. Use a neem oil spray (home made) - see our article here on how to make your own: Using neem oil safely as a natural pest spray.

Top Tip: Parasitica is herbaceous, meaning it will die back after the growing season and start new growth in spring. We have had a couple plants not do this occasionally so be mindful that if yours does not one year, it may do so the next.

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